Library System Of Lancaster County
- Assets
- $2.6m
- Revenue
- $4.3m
- Investments
- $1.0m
- Employees
- 20
- Location
- Lancaster, PA
- Founding
- 06/1988
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 23-2495408
Organization Overview
Library System Of Lancaster County is located in Lancaster, PA. The organization was established in 1988. According to its NTEE Classification (B70) the organization is classified as: Libraries, under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Library System Of Lancaster County employed 20 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Library System Of Lancaster County is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2021, Library System Of Lancaster County generated $4.3m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 2.6% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $4.0m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 2.3% per year over the past 7 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2014, Library System Of Lancaster County has awarded 114 individual grants totaling $12,391,258. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
PROVIDE RESOURCES, SERVICES, AND EXPERTISE IN A COLLABORATIVE MANNER TO AND WITH THE MEMBER LIBRARIES IN ORDER TO EFFECTIVELY SERVE OUR COMMUNITIES
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
TO PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING NETWORK OF SUPPORT SERVICES TO 14 MEMBER PUBLIC LIBRARIES ON THE LANCASTER COUNTY SYSTEM, WHICH SERVES OVER 545,000 RESIDENTS. THE NETWORK OF SUPPORT SERVICES INCLUDE COLLECTION SERVICES, IT EQUIPMENT SUPPORT, PROVIDING YOUTH AND BUSINESS SPECIAL PROGRAMS, PROMOTING SERVICES AND PROVIDING ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT. THERE ARE APPROXIMATELY 218,500 COUNTY RESIDENTS WITH LIBRARY CARDS WITH OVER 3,995,000 ITEMS BEING CHECKED OUT EACH YEAR. THE ONLINE CATALOG WHICH THE LIBRARY SYSTEM MAINTAINS INCLUDES OVER 939,900 LIBRARY HOLDINGS THAT ARE SHARED THROUGHOUTTHE COUNTY. THE LANCASTER COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM DATABASES ARE ACCESSEED REMOTELY FROM HOMES, BUSINESSES, SCHOOLS OR WORK. DIRECT SERVICES ARE PROVIDED VIA AN EFFECTIVE NETWORK OF TECHNOLOGY, FACILITIES AND RESOURCES TO MEET THE INFORMATIONAL, EDUCATIONAL, AND RECREATIONAL NEEDS OF ALL OF THE RESIDENTS OF THE COUNTY. THE LIBRARY SYSTEM ENSURES THAT A NETWORK OF SUPPORT SERVICES IS PROVIDED TO MEMBER LIBRARIES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Karla Trout Executive Di | Officer | 37.5 | $116,537 |
Mark Sandblade It Manager | 37.5 | $100,693 | |
Rhonda Allen Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Shel Osborn Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Dale Hamby President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Kenneth Kohlmaier Vice Preside | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $30,829 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $4,088,677 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $21,302 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $4,140,808 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $136,969 |
| Investment income | $34,685 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $4,312,462 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $1,633,820 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $116,537 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $75,749 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $923,694 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $46,865 |
| Other employee benefits | $46,427 |
| Payroll taxes | $83,917 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $743 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $23,669 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $16,941 |
| Advertising and promotion | $1,481 |
| Office expenses | $30,334 |
| Information technology | $275,746 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $103,287 |
| Travel | $4,812 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $13,161 |
| Interest | $4,727 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $67,860 |
| Insurance | $12,584 |
| All other expenses | $22,594 |
| Total functional expenses | $4,043,547 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,118,762 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $202,915 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $71,695 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $225,058 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $1,017,752 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $4,718 |
| Total assets | $2,640,900 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $142,394 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $231,472 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $39,931 |
| Other liabilities | $152,607 |
| Total liabilities | $566,404 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,054,320 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $20,176 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $2,640,900 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Library System Of Lancaster County has awarded $1,633,820 in support to 14 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Lancaster, PA PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $433,686 |
Ephrata, PA PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $185,502 |
MANHEIM TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $161,961 |
Lititz, PA PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $118,153 |
Intercourse, PA PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $111,434 |
Elizabehtown, PA PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $105,062 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Library System Of Lancaster County has recieved totaling $6,664.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Lancaster County Community Foundation Lancaster, PA PURPOSE: DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $6,567 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $97 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Suffolk Cooperative Library System Bellport, NY | $18,374,423 | $17,112,722 |
Reuben Mcmillan Free Library Association Youngstown, OH | $89,698,038 | $21,065,303 |
Smithtown Library Nesconset, NY | $38,994,883 | $15,642,317 |
Allegheny County Library Assoc Pittsburgh, PA | $1,615,297 | $12,970,956 |
Greene County Public Library Xenia, OH | $9,776,484 | $13,108,130 |
Buffalo & Erie County Public Library Buffalo, NY | $4,920,940 | $11,835,935 |
The Free Library Of Philadelphia Philadelphia, PA | $55,485,474 | $14,690,366 |
Elyria Public Library Elyria, OH | $12,392,667 | $6,063,469 |
Nassau Library System Uniondale, NY | $13,078,101 | $10,576,238 |
Bucks County Free Library Doylestown, PA | $22,091,549 | $9,285,989 |
Science History Institute Support Company Philadelphia, PA | $170,290,036 | $11,212,295 |
Ohionet Westerville, OH | $9,473,014 | $8,653,205 |